---- Chapter 5 Grandpa wiped the tears away from my cheeks. Then, he followed my line of sight and finally stared at Marcus. He immediately lost his temper and banged his cane against the floor. "It's indeed time for me to withdraw my investment. How could you bully my granddaughter? "Back then, Vivian liked you so much that she was willing to endure hardships. She was willing to stay by your side as you built your business from scratch. "She didn't want to bruise your ego, so she purposely begged me to give you a chance to collaborate. If she hadn't spoken up for you, did you think I would even consider a small company like yours?" Upon hearing Grandpa, Marcus panicked but asked with a wry smile, "Mr. Perry, could you be mistaken?" Next to Marcus was Rachel, who burst out ---- laughing before looking at Grandpa smugly. "We don't need to ingratiate ourselves with you. Marcus is a brilliant man. He's recognized as the most promising young chairman. "you're already so old, but Marcus is only in his early twenties. I'm sure it won't take long for him to surpass you. By then, you might even be sucking up to him. "vivian, don't assume we'd be scared of you just because you have someone to back you up. I've not settled the score with you for pushing me earlier!" "It's better to stay quiet than say something stupid!" Marcus suddenly interrupted Rachel before slapping her. Rachel covered her face as she sat on the couch. She stared at him in disbelief and asked, ''Marcus, how could you slap me for Vivian?" "You're so ignorant? Don't you know who he is?" He massaged his temples before explaining slowly, "He's our most prominent business counterpart. ---- "Without his investment, there was no way our company could expand so quickly. How dare you offend him? Quickly apologize to Mr. Perry!" With reddened eyes, she apologized stiffly, saying, "I'm sorry. I was out of turn." Marcus turned to look at me. As soon as he approached me, I quickly backed away. "Save it. I won't ever forgive you. I already gave you so many chances. Nine divorces have already destroyed all the love I had for you. You're on your own now." I tugged at Grandpa's sleeve and added with a chuckle, "Grandpa, let's go home." Grandpa beamed in agreement. As soon as we walked out the door, Marcus hurried out after us. " Vivian..." Grandpa's expression turned grim, and he looked displeased with Marcus. "Young man, Vivian's already made it very clear. If you insist on bothering her again, don't blame me for what happens after. "you must know that I still have a say in the